Papuan snapper
Lutjanus papuensis
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Saltwater
Overview
Papuan snapper (Lutjanus papuensis) is a marine fish of the family Lutjanidae (Snappers), in the order Perciformes. Maximum recorded length is 26 cm. Its recorded depth range is 6–15 m.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 25,899999618530273 cm |
| Rango de Profundidad | 6-15m |
Habitat & Distribution
Tipo de Agua
Saltwater
Rango de Profundidad
6-15m
Taxonomy
| Orden | Perciformes (Perch-like fishes) |
| Familia | Lutjanidae (Snappers) |
| Especies | Lutjanus papuensis |
Preguntas Frecuentes
How big does Papuan snapper get?
Papuan snapper can grow up to 25.899999618530273 cm long.
What family does Papuan snapper belong to?
Papuan snapper (Lutjanus papuensis) belongs to the family Lutjanidae (Snappers) in the order Perciformes (Perch-like fishes).
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